The Capital Times · 2 days ago
Opinion Editor
Madison, WI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expThe Capital Times is a long-standing source of local news and opinion, seeking a dynamic Opinion Editor to shape conversation in Madison, Wisconsin. The role involves engaging with the community, writing and editing opinion pieces, and fostering diverse voices in local journalism.
Newspapers
Responsibilities
Regularly engaging with local newsmakers, readers and community groups at networking events, editorial board meetings, one-on-one coffees and more
Writing and editing editorials and columns as needed. Editorials reflect views of the editorial board and are written by more than one person
Recruiting expert and community guest columnists to deepen and diversify the local civic conversation
Continuously evaluating and improving Cap Times opinion content for best audience reach/engagement on all platforms including social, desktop and mobile sites, email newsletters and print
Setting and reinforcing standards for accuracy, fairness and decency in all published opinion content
Partnering with the opinion staff and the publisher to organize editorial board meetings and other engagement events. This includes recruiting high-interest guest speakers and helping to select topics for Cap Times Idea Fest, our annual signature festival
Overseeing an opinion content manager skilled at editing letters, columns and editorials
Qualification
Required
Commitment to pursuing opinion journalism with an open mind, treating sources and others with respect, and reflecting Madison's diverse population
At least five years of professional experience in a news operation, including leadership experience
Experience and skill in public speaking
A minimum of a bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field
Experience with writing tools, such as Google Documents or Microsoft Word, and data analysis tools, such as Google Spreadsheets or Microsoft Excel
Familiarity with and sensitivity to AI ethical concerns
Valid driver's license and proof of automobile insurance
Preferred
Experience organizing public forums and other engagement events
Experience using social media, audience metrics or other tools to inform content decisions
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance
Company matched 401(k)
Employee assistance program
Paid time off
Sick and holiday time
Company
The Capital Times
The Cap Times is a news and progressive opinion organization in Madison, Wisconsin, daily online and in print every Wednesday.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Mike Kornemann
Chief Revenue Officer
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